76% of the general public view almshouses as an important form of housing, according to YouGov*
Research carried out by YouGov, on behalf of The Almshouse Association, found that 76% of respondents believe almshouses are an important form of housing, but … 84% of people were not aware of any almshouses in their local area.
The research forms part of The Almshouse Associationā€™s plans to establish a better understanding of almshouses amongst the general public and in Government. The Association is proud to see respondents recognise that almshouses are a vital part of the housing sector. However, the research also highlighted challenges ahead for the almshouse movement. It is clear that many people (84%) are not aware of a local almshouse, and whilst more than half of over 55s had heard of almshouses, overall, 65% of those who undertook the survey, were not very clear on what an almshouse actually is. Members will no doubt be familiar with this challenge.
At The Almshouse Association, as we approach our 75th anniversary in 2021, we will embrace this challenge.
We will use our anniversary and your community events to push for wider recognition of your work and greater understanding of the vital service that almshouses provide across the country.
*All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2001 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 18th – 19th November 2020. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all GB adults (aged 18+).
Posted 30 November 20